Mission Statement

To empower faculty, administrators, and staff at community and technical colleges to advance professionally, achieve excellence, create meaningful impact, and receive well-deserved recognition.

Vision

To serve as the premier professional development resource, empowering community and technical colleges to achieve educational excellence.

Core Values

Celebrating Excellence
Recognize and honor the outstanding contributions of community and technical college educators who go above and beyond to inspire and support students.

Collaboration and Community
Emphasize the importance of building strong connections through peer-to-peer learning among educators, institutions, and industry partners to share best practices, resources, and innovations that enhance student success.

Empowerment and Support
Dedicate to empowering educators by providing resources, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative community to help them excel in their roles.

Inclusivity and Respect
Uphold a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by recognizing and celebrating the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and contributions of all community and technical college employees.

Integrity and Accountability
Demonstrate transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in all NISOD activities, fostering trust with members and partners.

Responsiveness and Adaptability
Cultivate an organization that listens to its members, adapts to emerging challenges, and remains responsive to the changing needs of community and technical colleges.